Renewable Energy Engineer (Solar PV)

How2Apply Talent Network
Worcester, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Engineering Code 08
R75 000 – R93 750/month
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Job Description

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The municipal electricity department in Worcester needs you to make it so. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll report in Worcester. Relocation is not covered for this one. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

The work, day to day

  • Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning
  • Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
  • Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
  • Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
  • Set and test protection relays and keep settings records

Must-haves

  • Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
  • ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
  • BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
  • Able to write clear technical reports and specifications
  • Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
  • Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package

What you get

  • Paid professional registration and training
  • Vehicle allowance for site work
  • Flexible hours on design days
  • Clear path to associate or senior engineer

Applying, step by step

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: ECSA registration letter plus ID copy, certified within three months.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 7 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Worcester.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • If you are a candidate, add how close you are to Pr Eng and who your mentor is.
  • List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.

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Job details
SalaryR75 000 – R93 750/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationWorcester, Western Cape
CategoryEngineering
Experience9+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted5 November 2026
Closing Date6 December 2026
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